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In laying out a classification of prison types, Lawton demystified the jargon surrounding prison life. He explained the varying levels of security—ranging from camp prisons for white-collar offenders to notorious Supermax facilities housing the most dangerous criminals. His history enriched this framework, contextualizing his own experiences and exposing the deeper issues within the prison system.
Lawton illuminated the multifaceted culture that arises within prisons, wherein code, danger, and survival intertwine. From the complex interactions among inmates to the established hierarchy and cruelty from prison staff, his account is a sobering reminder of the system’s flaws and the personal stories that lie within its walls.